ABOUT THE COMPANY

Essendon Private Clinic (EPC) is a specialist 32 bed Sub Acute Mental Health Service located in Melbourne’s Western and Northern suburbs. EPC has an In-patient service, Day Programs, Trans Magnetic Stimulation service.

ABOUT THE ROLE

EPC is seeking Qualified Psychiatric Nurse and experienced mental health RPNs for permanent part-time and casual positions in the Hospital’s In -patient Unit.

EPC values its employees and provides them with a variety of opportunities to grow and develop. The clinical team is friendly and supportive, taking pride in delivering a safe, person-centered and connected patient experience. The patient experience is positive, with individual needs recognised within the framework of a therapeutic community.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

Ability to contribute to a growing and dynamic service

Dedicated facility

Pleasant location

Free parking

Friendly and supportive team environment

DUTIES

Provide direct patient care and management of Clinical Patient matters.

Safe and appropriate administration of medications.

Contribute to all aspects related to the daily operation of the In- patient unit

Undertake specific liaison with the medical team

Liaise with all stakeholders around issues of clinical care and management

Work alongside and support other suitably qualified and experienced staff

Be Involved in quality and accreditation processes as relevant

Support the Hospital intake for admissions and patient management

Actively contribute to the strategic direction and growth of the Hospital

Flexible to work on rotating roster needs.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Current Registration with AHPRA

Psychiatric Nursing qualifications or currently working towards gaining Mental Health Nursing Qualifications.

Demonstrated desire to continue to learn

Ability work alongside and provide support to other staff as required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Ability to deliver excellent clinical care

Flexibility to work on rotating roster needs of Hospital.

A considerate and positive attitude

Previous role within a Mental Health facility (desirable)

Knowledge of or having worked in the private sector (desirable)

Required on Application:

· A current Police records check is required for this position.

· Current AHPRA Registration.

· Copy of post graduate qualifications in mental health Nursing.

· Vaccination Record.

HOW TO APPLY

Click the APPLY button and include your resume, cover letter, AHPRA Registration and copy of post graduate qualifications in Mental Health Nursing.

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Gurinder Kaur via e-mail at gkaur@machealth.com.au

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, thank you.